US Bridges

RTE 104 over Ex-N.Y.Central RR

Good

Niagara County, New York · .9 MI N JCT SH61 & SH 104 · Structure no. 000000001036300

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
62 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,614
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RTE 104 over Ex-N.Y.Central RR is a concrete frame carrying RTE 104 over Ex-N.Y.Central RR in Niagara County, New York. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 years old, older than the New York average of 53 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 6,614 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,645 by 2041. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesRTE 104
CrossesEx-N.Y.Central RR
Location.9 MI N JCT SH61 & SH 104
RouteState Highway 104
CountyNiagara County
StateNew York
Coordinates43.14823, -79.03897
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating94.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length62 ft (18.9 m)
Longest span59 ft (17.9 m)
Deck width67 ft (20.3 m)
Roadway width58 ft (17.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,614 (2020)
Projected traffic6,645 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesOther
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$12.7 million (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RTE 104 over Ex-N.Y.Central RR built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is RTE 104 over Ex-N.Y.Central RR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does RTE 104 over Ex-N.Y.Central RR carry?

About 6,614 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is RTE 104 over Ex-N.Y.Central RR?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (17.9 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.

Who owns RTE 104 over Ex-N.Y.Central RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.